The Pre-1933 $1 US Gold Coin is a great option for collectors who want to explore historic American gold without starting with a major investment. These small but meaningful coins come from an important period in US history before the federal government ended the circulation of gold coinage. Struck between 1849 and 1889, they offer a simple and affordable way to own authentic 19th-century US gold. Right now, Pre-33 $1 Indian Princess Gold Coins from random years are available online from BullionMax.

Coin Highlights:

• Coin arrives in a protective plastic flip!
• Type III specimens!
• Dates range from 1854 to 1889!
• Contains .04837 troy oz of actual gold content in BU condition.
• Issued a face value of $1 (USD) by the United States.
• Obverse features Liberty with a feathered headdress.
• Reverse includes a wreath and the denomination.
• Please note that we cannot guarantee a specific year of issue.
• Buying multiples may result in varied or matching years of issue.

In the obverse design of the Pre-33 Indian Princess Gold Coin, you’ll find the Type III Liberty image. This version of the $1 Gold Coin was created by Chief Engraver James B. Longacre and is considered the final design used for the denomination. Produced from 1856 to 1889, the Type III design features a larger portrait of Liberty wearing a feathered headdress, giving the obverse a fuller and more detailed appearance compared to earlier versions.

For the reverse of the Pre-33 $1 Indian Princess Gold Coins, the design includes a stronger agricultural wreath that surrounds the denomination. This updated layout creates a cleaner overall look and helped improve the balance of the design when compared to the earlier Type I and Type II issues.

The Type III $1 Gold Coin saw limited everyday circulation during its years of production. Many were saved by the public or sent overseas because their gold value often exceeded their face value. Although millions were struck at mints such as Philadelphia, Dahlonega, Charlotte, New Orleans, and San Francisco, surviving examples from certain years are difficult to find in worn condition, suggesting many were never heavily used in regular commerce. Since larger gold coins and paper currency were more practical for most transactions, these small gold pieces were often overlooked for daily spending.

These Pre-33 $1 Indian Princess Gold Coins are offered in Brilliant Uncirculated condition and come housed in plastic flips. Please note that the coins in this listing are chosen from random years of issue, and BullionMax cannot guarantee a specific date. When ordering more than one, you may receive coins from the same year or a mix of different years.

BullionMax customer service can help you purchase gold coins at 800-729-3202. We are also available online through our web chat and email address.